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KV08 MTY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,510 mi
Last recorded41,510 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 MTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 41,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 40,727 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 39,562 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 38,761 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 37,806 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 36,974 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 36,394 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 35,856 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 34,630 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 33,052 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 30,712 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jul 2015 27,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jul 2014 26,021 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 24,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 24,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 22,277 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,346 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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KV08 MTY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV08 MTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV08 MTY registered?

KV08 MTY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KV08 MTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 MTY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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